Description
This Roasted Beets recipe offers a simple and flavorful way to prepare fresh beets by roasting them until tender and naturally sweet. Wrapped in foil and seasoned with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper, these beets make a delightful side dish that complements a variety of meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 6 medium beets, tops removed, scrubbed well
Seasonings
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the beets.
- Prepare Beets: Place each beet on a separate piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle generously with extra-virgin olive oil and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Wrap each beet tightly in the foil to lock in moisture during cooking.
- Roast Beets: Arrange the foil-wrapped beets on a baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for between 35 to 60 minutes, depending on the size and freshness of the beets, until they can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Cool and Peel: Remove the beets from the oven and carefully unwrap the foil. Set the beets aside to cool until they are comfortable to handle. Once cooled, peel off the skins by holding them under running water and rubbing gently with your hands to slide off the skin.
- Slice and Serve: Cut or slice the peeled beets as desired. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with additional sea salt and black pepper to taste. Toss to coat evenly and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Roasting times vary based on beet size and freshness, so check for fork tenderness to confirm doneness.
- Peeling beets under running water helps remove the skin easily without staining your hands.
- For added flavor, try finishing the beets with a splash of balsamic vinegar or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or parsley.
- Beets can be roasted in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
